Field Engineer, Electrical

About the Role

DEPCOM Power, a Koch Engineered Solutions company, is seeking a Field Engineer to support the execution of utility-scale solar, battery energy storage, and related energy infrastructure projects across the United States. This role serves as a critical link between engineering, construction, quality, and project management teams, helping ensure projects are built safely, efficiently, and in accordance with design requirements. The ideal candidate has an interest in construction and engineering disciplines, with exposure to electrical systems, renewable energy, or power infrastructure considered a plus. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy being in the field, solving complex problems, collaborating across multiple disciplines, and contributing directly to the successful delivery of large-scale renewable energy projects.

Current Project Site Opportunities

• Potential Locations: Sycamore, OH | London, OH
• Location subject to change based on business needs.

Compensation

• $80,000 - $100,000 (flexible based on experience)

Travel Requirements

• This is a full-time, site-based position that includes daily per diem and home rotations approximately every 3-4 weeks.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate with construction teams, engineering partners, subcontractors, owners, and regulatory agencies to support project execution and resolve technical field issues.
• Partner with Quality, Construction, and Engineering teams to support First Article Inspections (FAIs) and verify work is executed in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Manage engineering and construction documentation, including redlines, as-builts, field reports, inspection records, and turnover packages.
• Generate, track, and facilitate Requests for Information (RFIs) between project stakeholders to support timely issue resolution and minimize impacts to schedule and productivity.
• Review material submittmits, engineering packages, and construction documentation to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Support field verification and installation activities associated with electrical systems, equipment, and infrastructure, including coordination between engineering and construction teams.
• Support project teams in identifying and mitigating construction risks, constraints, and execution challenges through proactive coordination and communication.
• Maintain visibility into subcontractors and self-perform scope execution, helping drive accountability to quality, safety, and contractual requirements.
• Coordinate inspections and approvals with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), utility representatives, and project stakeholders throughout construction.
• Utilize drones and related technologies to monitor construction progress, document site conditions, and support issue identification and resolution.
• Partner with project management, construction leadership, quality, and engineering teams to improve consistency, communication, and project outcomes across the jobsite.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Experience supporting construction, engineering, or field operations activities, with exposure to electrical or energy projects preferred; OR Associate's degree or higher in a related technical field.
• Experience creating reports, maintaining documentation, or compiling project-related data.
• Experience working against deadlines and managing competing priorities.
• Experience collaborating within a team environment to solve problems and support project objectives.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.

Qualifications That Will Put You Ahead

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience supporting utility-scale solar, battery energy storage (BESS), transmission, substation, industrial, or other large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Experience supporting electrical construction activities, power systems, substations, renewable energy facilities, or other energy-related infrastructure projects.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, construction plans, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency in construction management tools such as Procore, InEight, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or similar platforms.